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| + | [[Squad]] may seem overwhelming for a newcomer, whether it's weapons, vehicles, controls, command or communication. It has a steep learning curve at first, but it can all be studied and mastered by reading the following guides to get you started. You can choose from different topics and entry levels here! |
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| − | The following is a guide to getting started in the game [[Squad]]. |
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| + | == Getting Started as Grunt == |
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| − | ==Quick Start Guide== |
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| + | [[File:GettingStartedFrank.jpg|link=Getting Started as Grunt|border|none|700px|Getting Started as Grunt]] |
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| − | When you start Squad you will get to the start screen with the '''main menu''' of Squad. |
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| − | You can bring up the main menu at any time in the game by pressing ESC. |
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| + | {{Quote|This is Frank. Frank plays a lot of First Person Shooters. This will be easy, he thought. Today, Frank learned a valuable lesson: Squad is different. He better read up on the Squad Wiki real quick.}} |
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| − | In the main menu you will have the following choices: |
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| − | [[Image:02-03_00_2_MainMenu_newlook3.jpg|right|300px|Main menu page]] |
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| − | * '''Server browser''' : Choose a server to join a multiplayer game |
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| − | * '''Firing Range''' : Starts a local pratice mode of the game on [[Jensen's Range]] map |
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| − | * '''Custom servers''' : Unlicensed, self hosted, and modded servers are listed here |
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| − | * '''Settings''' : In the settings menu you can set your options for the gameplay, video, sound and [[controls]] |
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| − | * '''Credit''' : Shows the list of the developers at [[Offworld_Industries|OWI]] |
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| − | * '''Exit game''' : Exit Squad and go back to Windows |
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| − | * '''Disconnect''' : When you are in a game, click here to leave the game. |
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| + | * [[Getting Started as Grunt]] - our official '''beginner's guide'''. All new Squad players should read this! This is your ultimate starting point for your Squad career. |
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| + | * [[Common mistakes of new players]] - be aware of them and try to avoid them. |
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| + | * [http://joinsquad.com/readArticle?articleId=292 Beginner tips and troubleshooting] - useful and essential tips for new players. |
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| + | See also: |
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| − | ==System requirements== |
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| + | * [http://forums.joinsquad.com/topic/24992-the-cheesy-tactical-guide-for-squad-2nd-edition/ The Cheesy Tactical Guide for SQUAD] - maybe a bit advanced stuff, but still a useful read for beginners. |
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| − | Squad is still in early development, therefore the final system requirements for the retail release of Squad are subject to change. As optimization of Squad and its underlying engine progresses, Squad's performance will improve. |
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| + | * There are many guides to be found on [http://steamcommunity.com/app/393380/guides/ Steam]. |
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| + | == Getting Started with Vehicles == |
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| − | Following are the current system requirements. |
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| + | [[File:GettingStartedVehicles_EN.jpg|link=Vehicles|border|none|700px|Getting Started with Vehicles]] |
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| − | ! HARDWARE !! MINIMUM !! RECOMMENDED |
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| − | | '''OS''' || Windows 7 SP1 (x64) || Windows 7 SP1 (x64), Windows 8 (x64), Windows 10 (x64) |
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| − | | '''Processor''' || 2.4 GHz Dual-Core 64-bit CPU || 3 GHz Quad-Core 64-bit CPU |
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| − | | '''Memory''' || 4 GB RAM || 6 GB RAM |
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| − | | '''Graphics''' || DX10 Compatible GPU, 2GB V-RAM || DX12 Compatible GPU, 3GB V-RAM |
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| − | | '''DirectX''' || Version 11 || Version 12 |
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| − | | '''Network''' || Broadband Internet connection || Broadband Internet connection |
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| − | | '''Hard Drive''' || 10 GB available space || 12 GB available space |
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| + | {{Main|Vehicles}} |
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| − | ==How to play Squad== |
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| + | New to Squad and don't know how to operate vehicles in the game? Read this guide to get started! |
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| − | ==Introduction Videos== |
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| − | * Check out the [http://forums.joinsquad.com/topic/8278-official-video-tutorial-series/ official Squad video tutorial series] |
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| − | * oOParaOo's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJ8lccr0u6M "Squad. Alpha - Everything you need to know to enjoy it"] |
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| − | *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yF_5XdhBhRc TheDevildogGamer's "Squad - First Look"] |
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| + | See also: |
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| − | ==Disclaimer== |
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| + | * [http://forums.joinsquad.com/topic/29460-apcs-crew-guide-for-dummies/ Aragorn89's APC crew guide for Dummies] |
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| − | Please '''remember that Squad is in its Alpha stage''' [[Image:Kickstarter_timeline_1024_EarlyAccess.jpg|200px||right|We are here!]] |
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| + | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1569492192/ Chris's guide for Tanks] |
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| + | *[https://pdfhost.io/v/jVVMHFjhP_Squad_v1_Motorized_and_Mechanized_Combat_Doctrine_and_Tactics_Guidepdf.pdf hellopeope9's introduction to motorized and mechanized combat] |
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| + | == Getting Started as Squad Leader == |
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| − | *The following is a list of [[Controls]] in the game. |
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| − | *How to play: [[Communication]], Coordination, and [[Team play|team play]] are far more important than shooting in this game. |
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| + | [[File:GettingStartedSquadLeader_EN.jpg|link=Squad_Leader|border|none|700px|Getting Started as Squad Leader]] |
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| + | * Getting Started as [[Squad Leader]] - the beginner's guide to squad leading. You think you have what it takes to become a Squad Leader? Then this guide is for you to get started! |
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| + | * [[Squad Leader]] - general description of the role |
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| + | == Getting Started as Commander == |
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| + | (image missing - anyone wants to create one?) |
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| + | * [[Commander]] - general description of the role |
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| + | See also: |
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| + | * [http://forums.joinsquad.com/topic/24992-the-cheesy-tactical-guide-for-squad-2nd-edition/ The Cheesy Tactical Guide for SQUAD] |
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| + | * [http://forums.joinsquad.com/topic/24069-herding-cats-squad-leader-concepts-and-thoughts DocEast's Herding Cats - Squad Leader Concepts and Thoughts]. |
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| + | * [https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1469812414 Squad Leader 101] Complete Squad Leader Manual (Steam Guide) |
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| + | [[Category:Gameplay]] |
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Revision as of 22:09, 26 January 2021
Squad may seem overwhelming for a newcomer, whether it's weapons, vehicles, controls, command or communication. It has a steep learning curve at first, but it can all be studied and mastered by reading the following guides to get you started. You can choose from different topics and entry levels here!
Getting Started as Grunt
| “ | This is Frank. Frank plays a lot of First Person Shooters. This will be easy, he thought. Today, Frank learned a valuable lesson: Squad is different. He better read up on the Squad Wiki real quick. | „ |
- Getting Started as Grunt - our official beginner's guide. All new Squad players should read this! This is your ultimate starting point for your Squad career.
- Common mistakes of new players - be aware of them and try to avoid them.
- Beginner tips and troubleshooting - useful and essential tips for new players.
See also:
- The Cheesy Tactical Guide for SQUAD - maybe a bit advanced stuff, but still a useful read for beginners.
- There are many guides to be found on Steam.
Getting Started with Vehicles
Main article: Vehicles
New to Squad and don't know how to operate vehicles in the game? Read this guide to get started!
See also:
- Aragorn89's APC crew guide for Dummies
- Chris's guide for Tanks
- hellopeope9's introduction to motorized and mechanized combat
Getting Started as Squad Leader
- Getting Started as Squad Leader - the beginner's guide to squad leading. You think you have what it takes to become a Squad Leader? Then this guide is for you to get started!
- Squad Leader - general description of the role
Getting Started as Commander
(image missing - anyone wants to create one?)
- Commander - general description of the role
See also:
- The Cheesy Tactical Guide for SQUAD
- DocEast's Herding Cats - Squad Leader Concepts and Thoughts.
- Squad Leader 101 Complete Squad Leader Manual (Steam Guide)